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Recovering the Lost Art of Dressing Up

March 2, 2018 by Elsie 50 Comments

Show up well for your life by dressing nicely every day. Here are thoughts on recovering the old-fashioned art of dressing up, plus places and occasions you should dress up for. "Fashion" is alive and well, but let's bring back STYLE! #oldfashionedliving #classicstyle

Today I'm beginning a new series on old-fashioned habits and practices that I believe deserve a comeback. Because with all of the improvements in technology and convenience that our society boasts today, there are a few good, old-fashioned things we've lost. Simple things, like the art of writing letters, of dressing up, or of spending evenings together as a family.I believe these "lost arts" and others like them deserve another look. More than that, they deserve a revival. These old-fashioned habits have the power to enrich our lives, to help us live slower and more intentionally in this hectic, attention-split world. Hence, the ... Continue Reading

30 Simple Ways to Add Beauty Around Your Home

February 2, 2018 by Elsie 8 Comments

Here are 30 creative ways to add beauty to every corner of your home! Your space can be warm, welcoming, and homey--even if you're on a budget! These are the little things that make a house a home. #intentionalhomemaking #homemaking #decoratingideas

Here are 30 creative ways to add beauty to every corner of your home! Your space can be warm, welcoming, and homey--even if you're on a budget! These are the little things that make a house a home.Your home is your little kingdom, no matter where in the world it's tucked away, or what it looks like. Or, I might add, no matter how permanent or temporary it may be.Now, how are you going to make it feel like yours, like a haven you want to spend time in and draw others to?Our first tendency may be to feel like we need to do major remodeling--tear down walls, install new counters, raise the ceiling. Home renovations are a national ... Continue Reading

How to REALLY Save Money (because you’ve already skipped the latte)

January 20, 2018 by Elsie 18 Comments

In a noisy world where it feels like everyone wants you to spend your money, today I'd just like to tell you how to save more of it. Here are 11 ways to save money, that have actually made a tangible difference in our budget. #frugalliving #moneysaving #budgetingtips

In a noisy world where it feels like everyone wants you to spend your money, today I'd just like to tell you how to save more of it. Here are 11 ways to save money, that have actually made a tangible difference in our budget.There's plenty of money-saving advice on the internet, but it doesn't always come from people's actual experiences. It's often hypothetical, trite, and doesn't speak to the circumstances of the people who actually need the ideas. For instance, I'm tired of reading the advice to "skip that fancy Starbucks latte you buy everyday!" I only buy a latte a few times per year, not per week!Telling people to skip the ... Continue Reading

2017 Highlight Reel, Blog Reflections, and Reader Survey!

January 4, 2018 by Elsie 4 Comments

Each year, I take a few moments to share a personal update, highlight the top blog posts from the previous year, and share the new Reader Survey! Here's the 2017 edition!

Each year, I take a few moments to share a personal update, highlight the top blog posts from the previous year, and share the new Reader Survey! Here's the 2017 edition!This week I hung up a new calendar on my refrigerator; now I'll have adorable piglets to look at all year. The next day I slipped away to Starbucks for my annual session of reflection and eggnog latte sipping.So it's official.The new year has begun!Our family had another fun but quiet year in 2017. We continued to slowly furnish our house and enjoyed the blessing of family close by. We got the treat of taking a trip to my hometown of Savannah--it was my first ... Continue Reading

A Sample Homemaking Routine That Will Make Your Days Simpler and More Productive

December 11, 2017 by Elsie 9 Comments

This homemaking routine rocked my world this year! Here's how to implement theme days for your homemaking routine, and how to use your daily planner to make it happen. Genius! #HomemakingRoutine #planner

A homemaking routine is your best friend when it comes to home management. Here's a sample homemaking routine built around theme days, plus how to implement it using your daily planner. This post is sponsored by Homemaker's Depot, my favourite planner company!Do you wish you could make better use of your time?Do you wish you had a better handle on all the homemaking tasks you need to do, and that you didn't fall so far behind?A few years of homemaking and "adulting" quickly taught me that there's so much more to managing a home than cooking and cleaning! You also have to schedule family activities, run frequent errands, supervise ... Continue Reading

Simple Living in a Travel Trailer…with 8 Kids!

November 22, 2017 by Elsie 6 Comments

This family of 10 lives on the road full time in their 33-foot Keystone Passport travel trailer. He's an interview on how they live simply and intentionally every day. #SimpleLiving #TinyHome

You can practice simple, intentional living anywhere--even in a travel trailer with 9 other people! Read this interview with Christy Bagasao, homeschooling mom of 8, about her simple living journey.With the modern-day tiny house movement, stories of people living out of RVs or other minuscule spaces aren't that rare any more. But imagine you lived in an RV with nine other people, and a cat, year round, full time. This is life for Christy Bagasao of The Travel Bags, and if you ask her, it's a very good life!The Bagasao family sold their home and took their Christian music mission on the road full time in 2012. They've been nomading ... Continue Reading

Afternoon Energy Booster Tea: A Natural Way to Beat the Afternoon Slump

November 13, 2017 by Elsie Leave a Comment

This homemade energy tea recipe will help you beat the afternoon slump! Tea contains collagen for 10 grams of protein, plus lemon juice, honey, and green tea. #EnergyBoosting #TeaRecipe

Boost your energy in the afternoon with this natural energy booster tea. Because it is possible to beat the afternoon slump--without resorting to store-bought energy drinks or another cup of coffee!When you get sleepy at 9 pm, you expect it. You've put in a full day of working and homemaking and caring for your people. The only thing left to do is relax and then segue into your evening routine and finally your bed.But when you're already drowsy and it's only 2 pm? That's frustrating! There's still plenty of work waiting to be done...and you probably can't drop it all and zone out with a book for two hours. (Nice as that would ... Continue Reading

A One-Week Fall Meal Plan for People Who Adore Fall Flavours

October 18, 2017 by Elsie Leave a Comment

Savor autumn flavors with this hearty, seasonal fall meal plan! You'll find ideas for easy fall breakfasts, lunches, and suppers--all cooked from scratch with clean ingredients! #MealPlan #FallFood

Savor autumn flavors with this hearty, seasonal fall meal plan! You'll find ideas for easy fall breakfasts, lunches, and suppers--all cooked from scratch with clean ingredients!The weather is changing, and with it, our daily fare.My husband got an extra hug when he brought home a spaghetti squash the other day."They're here!!" I exclaimed, reflecting with absolutely zero regret on how I elated I get with the advent of winter squash. "Oh, the things we'll make!" and my mind danced with visions of butternuts and acorns.I love fall food. It's rich, and comforting, and festive. And, especially in the case of squash, it's gorgeous ... Continue Reading

How to Radically Simplify Your Approach to Healthy Living

September 27, 2017 by Elsie 1 Comment

Healthy living doesn't have to be complicated. Simplify your approach to health by building a strong foundation you can actually maintain. Here's how. #HealthyLiving #Simplify

Healthy living doesn't have to be complicated. Simplify your approach to health by building a strong foundation you can actually maintain. Here's how.It's unfortunate but true: when we overcomplicate the good things we end up simply not doing them.That happened to me recently with healthy living. I knew I wanted to prioritize my family's health more and make some improvements, but I stalled out with too many irons in the fire. I realised that I need to get back to the basics first; make sure my foundation is solid and simple before building on it.So what's my foundation for healthy living? For us, and probably for many, our ... Continue Reading

29 Habits, Recipes, and Things That Simplify My Life

September 6, 2017 by Elsie 12 Comments

29 things that keep my life simple. I've included simple habits, items that simplify my days, and recipes that make my life easier.

It's that time of year again: birthday time.Actually, since I have been on birthday time I'm a little late in posting this! I began the 29th year of my life on September 1st. Only 12 months until 30. Can you imagine/remember? Sometimes I can hardly believe I'm not 15 any more--I just blinked and here I am with a husband and a little boy full of joy and a prowling cat.What pretty much sums up how I feel about life right now is this quote from my beloved Anne of Green Gables: “'Dear old world', she murmured, 'you are very lovely, and I am glad to be alive in you.'”Life is fast, but it's beautiful.As is my custom, I'm sharing ... Continue Reading

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